I'm so disappointed
When I started watching this I was so excited because it seemed promising.But some of the casts acting felt flat, the plot had such huge plot holes, no character development or show of growth.
The 'revenge' theme feels secondary to the 'romance' tag ( though it not like it was in any sense developed) I would not recommend unless you need something for background noises
Something to note is that the antogonists are not protracted in a real way. Even though it's fiction, one cannot be entirely bad, stupid or crazy. In my opinion there must be that one factor that makes the antogonists seem human.
-P.S it isn't worth (the) hype.
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Strong Start, Weak Finish
MBC’s psychological thriller Doubt begins with an engaging mystery, full of deception, betrayal, and layered psychological tension. The first five episodes successfully build intrigue, introducing Jang Tae-su as a conflicted profiler caught between duty and family. The slow unraveling of Ha-bin’s connection to the case keeps the suspense alive, while the moral ambiguity of characters adds depth to the storytelling. During these episodes, the show excels in emotional intensity, making every interaction feel deliberate and significant. Tae-su’s struggle to balance logic and instinct creates strong psychological tension, pulling viewers deeper into the mystery.However, as the series progresses, it begins to lose momentum. The resolution of Koo Dae-hong’s manipulations lacks real consequences, frustrating viewers who expect justice to be served. He evades legal punishment through judicial loopholes and influence, and the absence of social isolation or professional fallout weakens the impact of his exposure. Jo Gyeong-bin’s unwavering loyalty to him feels contradictory, considering her reputation for upholding the law. Meanwhile, Ha-bin’s emotional closure is rushed, leaving her character arc feeling underdeveloped, despite the intense psychological battles she endured.
The final episodes miss opportunities for a more satisfying conclusion. A symbolic moment—such as Ha-bin walking away from her past or Tae-su making a defining choice—could have reinforced the themes of redemption and change more powerfully. Instead, the story leaves too many loose ends, making the moral tensions feel incomplete. The drama had potential to explore justice and psychological manipulation in a more fulfilling way, but its later episodes don’t maintain the strength of its early storytelling.
Overall, Doubt delivers thrilling psychological tension in its early episodes but falters when it fails to hold its characters accountable. While the strong performances and initial mystery keep viewers engaged, the lack of consequences, emotional depth, and character resolution make the ending feel frustratingly unbalanced. Had the drama sustained the tight psychological storytelling of its first half, it could have been far more impactful.
Final rating: 6.5/10.
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